2008 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Argenta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1983 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | Argenta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 35 L |
