1979 BMW 628 vs. 2006 Hyundai Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Panel Van is newer by 27 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.
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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Panel Van.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 2006 Hyundai Panel Van | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 628 | Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2607 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
