1980 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 27 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Because 1980 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 628 | Element |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
