1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1999 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 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 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia, 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 3.3 | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
