1982 BMW 628 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 453 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628. 2012 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1982 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1982 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 628 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 628 | Stavic |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |