1974 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1974 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1974 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Kia Brisa | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Brisa | Z4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |