1989 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
