1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Euro 1 | 320 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1384 mm |