1997 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. 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 187 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 1997 BMW 850 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 1997 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 850 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
