1976 BMW 628 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 22 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 628 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
