1985 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 213 kg more than 1985 BMW M6.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M6 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
