1962 BMW 700 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 797 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.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |
