1979 BMW 633 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 633 | 335 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |