2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 1 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Convertible | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
