1981 BMW 628 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1981 BMW 628. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 628.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 628 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
