1973 BMW 3 vs. 1980 BMW 628
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1980 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 3 | 628 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |