1999 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 16 kg more than 1999 BMW 740.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 740 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
