2005 BMW 748 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 BMW 748. (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 748. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 748 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2935 mm |
