1979 BMW 628 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 160 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, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 628 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 628 | Previa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |