1977 BMW 728 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 6 kg more than 1977 BMW 728.
Because 1977 BMW 728 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 1977 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage, 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 728 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
