1990 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 17 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1990 BMW 520 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 1990 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2007 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 520 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
