1990 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 18 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 171 kg more than 1990 BMW 520.
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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 520 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
