1978 BMW 628 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 628 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
