1982 BMW 628 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 30 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), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 628 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 628 | 535 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |