1996 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Because 1996 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera, 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 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 745 | Azera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2845 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |