1978 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 628 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
