1984 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
