1954 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 275 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 502 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
