1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 886 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Turbo | Retona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
