1997 Kia Sephia vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Sephia, 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 Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Sephia | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sephia | Z4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 79 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2497 mm |