2011 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

To start off, both 2011 BMW 325 and 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 325 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 325 Genesis Coupe
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1494 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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