2009 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 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 191 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2013 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 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:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 530 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
