2011 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 730 | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 730 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5212 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
