1979 BMW 633 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 33 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 633 | 335 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2979 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 | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |