2006 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
