1978 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 628 | GS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
