2005 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
