1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Stellar | 328 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |