1979 Kia Brisa vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa. 2009 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1979 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1979 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Kia Brisa | 2009 BMW 630 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Brisa | 630 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2790 mm |