1959 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1288 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.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 700 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |