1971 BMW 3 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 3 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
