1979 BMW 628 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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 8 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 BMW 628.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 628. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 628 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
