1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
Because 2011 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 330 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
