1980 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 24 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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6. 2011 Mazda 6 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. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 628 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
