1997 BMW 850 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, both 1997 BMW 850 and 1997 Kia Retona were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 850 | Retona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |