2009 BMW 125 vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 125 | Pony |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
