1980 BMW 628 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 628 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
