1980 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 708 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 628 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
