2007 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1988 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 335 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
