1976 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
