1982 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 874 kg more than 1982 BMW 628.
Because 1982 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 628 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 628 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
