1979 BMW 628 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 628 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
