1990 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 670 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Retona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |