2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 4 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 260 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 2000 BMW Z8 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 2000 BMW Z8. 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z8 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
