1979 BMW 628 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 34 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 410 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 628 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
