2007 BMW 630 vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 630 | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 630 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2480 mm |
