1978 BMW M1 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M1 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |
