2006 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1978 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 335 | 1978 Kia Brisa | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 335 | Brisa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |