2013 BMW 6 series vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, both 2013 BMW 6 series and 2013 Hyundai Veloster were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 643 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster, 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Veloster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 BMW 6 series | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 6 series | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2 :1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4897 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2856 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
