2001 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 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 35 kg more than 2001 BMW 750.
Because 2001 BMW 750 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 2001 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 750 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 750 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1735 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 |