1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Lantra | 640 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
