1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602.
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, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 1602 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
