2009 BMW X5 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
