2011 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 750 | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
