2009 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | X5 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2110 mm |
