2008 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 BMW 650. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650. 2013 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 650 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
