2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
