1979 BMW 628 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 628 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 628 | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |