1973 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 543 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |