1997 Kia Capital vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 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 2012 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Capital | 650 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2855 mm |