2006 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X5 | Serie II |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 290 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |