1972 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
