2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 328 | i40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |