2009 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 750 (490 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 750 Tiburon
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1371 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L