2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 356 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tiburon | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
