1978 Kia Brisa vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Kia Brisa | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Brisa | Z4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2497 mm |