1982 BMW 628 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 BMW 628 (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 628 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 628 | C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
