1979 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2011 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 628 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 628 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |