1971 BMW 3 vs. 2008 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 37 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 2008 Hyundai H100 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 3 | H100 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |