2007 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Kia Brisa
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1974 Kia Brisa | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Brisa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |