1996 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 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 135 kg more than 1996 BMW 535.
Because 1996 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 535 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |