1987 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
