1987 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 806 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Because 1987 BMW 320 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 1987 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival, 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
