1976 BMW 633 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 BMW 633. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 633 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
