1976 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1976 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
