1998 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 730 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
