1976 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 628 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 628 | Defender |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |