1973 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 BMW 525.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
