1999 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
