1980 BMW 628 vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
