1972 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 40 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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 Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Touring | Picanto |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |