1972 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Touring | Potentia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |