2009 BMW 135 vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel, 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 135 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
