2006 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 44 L |
