1992 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2010 Hyundai H1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai H1. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2010 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 540 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
