1990 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 372 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 850 | Terracan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |