1980 BMW 628 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 86 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 628 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
