1983 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 24 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
