2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Hyundai | Italdesign |
| Model | Genesis | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
