2011 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X5 | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | X5 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 440 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2530 mm |