1973 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 208 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Touring | Forte |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |