1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1500 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
