1957 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2640 mm |
