1962 BMW 700 vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1977 Kia Brisa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Kia Brisa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 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, 1977 Kia Brisa (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 790 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 |
