1987 BMW 324 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 701 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 324 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
