1996 BMW 540 vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai H1. 1996 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 540 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 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 | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
