1997 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2010 Hyundai H1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai H1. 1997 BMW 850 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. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2010 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
