1976 BMW 628 vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520.
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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1990 BMW 520 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 628 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
