1973 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 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 50 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 628 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
