1989 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 199 kg more than 1989 BMW 750.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
