1972 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 36 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
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, 2008 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2008 Hyundai H100 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 520 | H100 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 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 | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |