1985 BMW 628 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 628 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
