2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 700 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
