2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos, 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 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Atos | 730 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
