1979 BMW 628 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 BMW 628.
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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 628 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 628 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |