1986 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 BMW M5.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M5 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
