2012 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, both 2012 BMW 330 and 2012 Hyundai i40 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Because 2012 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 330 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 330 | i40 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |