1978 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1978 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 1978 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
