1994 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 730 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 1994 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 730 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
