1989 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 625 kg more than 1989 BMW 518.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 518 | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 518 | Pregio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |