2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 Hyundai Coupe and 2001 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW Z3 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 2001 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. 2001 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
