2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | Equus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |