1999 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 BMW 750. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Equus.
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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 750 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3045 mm |
