1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. 1996 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Elantra | 535 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2885 mm |