1978 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 628 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
