1980 BMW 628 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 32 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 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 628 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
