1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 39 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 2000 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
