1976 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 35 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
