2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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 2011 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Azera | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
