1996 Kia Capital vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Capital | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Capital | Z4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2497 mm |