1980 BMW M1 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 109 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M1 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M1 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |