2011 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Getz | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Getz | 640 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
