1980 BMW 725 vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1980 BMW 725 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 1980 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 725 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
