2005 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
