1976 BMW 628 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 628 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
