1972 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
