1979 BMW 725 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 725 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
