2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 843 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 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Tiburon | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
