1987 BMW 324 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 324 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
