1996 BMW 540 vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 1996 BMW 540 and 1996 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 540 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 1996 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 540 | Sonata |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |