2007 BMW X5 vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
