1976 Kia Brisa vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa. 2005 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1976 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1976 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Kia Brisa | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Brisa | 520 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 983 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |