1983 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW M6 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 1983 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte, 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M6 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
