1990 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 520 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
