1980 BMW 628 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 628 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
