1973 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 518 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 525 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
