1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 3.3 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |
