1975 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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. Both 1975 BMW 520 and 2005 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 392 kg more than 1975 BMW 520.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
