2009 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M5 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 M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe, 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
