1981 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 41 kg more than 1981 BMW 628.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 628 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 628 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |