2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2012 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 BMW 318. 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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Genesis Coupe | 318 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1495 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
