2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 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 2012 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Tiburon | 528 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2653 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |