1959 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1979 Kia Brisa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Kia Brisa weights approximately 162 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1979 Kia Brisa (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1979 Kia Brisa | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 700 | Brisa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2270 mm |