1974 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 669 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Touring | Sorento |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |