1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 255 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Touring | Sedona |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |