1972 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 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 70 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 520 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
