1978 BMW 628 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 628 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
