1980 BMW M5 vs. 1979 BMW 628
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1979 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 628 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |