1985 BMW 324 vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 534 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 324 | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
