2003 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 325 | Pony |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
