1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 2000 | Retona |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |