2007 BMW X5 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Santana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |