2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai i30 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | i30 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
