1976 BMW 630 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 412 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 630 | Retona |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |