2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
