2007 BMW M vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
