1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M5 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 2013 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Lantra | M5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2889 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
