1979 BMW 633 vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
Because 1979 BMW 633 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 1979 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 633 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 633 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
