2011 Hyundai Azera vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 1995 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (356 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Azera | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Azera | 730 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
