1999 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, both 1999 BMW 330 and 1999 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 BMW 330.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |