1995 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia.
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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |