1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1999 BMW Z9 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 1999 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Z9 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
