2009 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X5 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |