1988 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1988 BMW 316 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 1988 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
