2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 535 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 2007 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 BMW 535 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tiburon | 535 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |