1962 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 47 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 625 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 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
