1956 BMW 507 vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 464 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 507 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
