1998 BMW 728 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 BMW 728. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 728 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 77 L |
