1980 BMW 628 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 28 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 913 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 628 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
