1978 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 236 kg more than 1978 BMW 730.
Because 1978 BMW 730 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 1978 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 730 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 730 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |