1979 Kia Brisa vs. 2011 BMW 760

To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 32 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1979 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 1488 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, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Kia Brisa. 2011 BMW 760 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. 2011 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Kia Brisa 2011 BMW 760
Make Kia BMW
Model Brisa 760
Year Released 1979 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 535 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 745 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 792 kg 2280 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3211 mm


 

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