2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 587 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
