1980 BMW 628 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 26 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 BMW 330 (301 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 628 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
