2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2012 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | M3 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
