1981 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 518 (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 BMW 518.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 518 | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 518 | H100 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |