2010 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 335 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
