1999 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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 740 (419 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 740 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
