2007 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. 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 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
