1992 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 68 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 BMW 740 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 740 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |