1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Coupe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
