1983 BMW 628 vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 211 kg more than 1983 BMW 628.
Because 1983 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 1983 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 628 | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
