1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 217 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1800 | Tipper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2607 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
