1987 BMW 750 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 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 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 750. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 750 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |