2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 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 Z4 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1977 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Z4 | Brisa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
