2009 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 745 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
