2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Hyundai Coupe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 2009 BMW M3 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 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Coupe. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | M3 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |