1982 BMW 628 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 25 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 628 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 628 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 628 | 335 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |