1975 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
