1977 BMW 732 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 BMW 732.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 732 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
