1979 BMW 628 vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 BMW 628.
Because 1979 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 628 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
