1983 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
