1983 BMW 628 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 24 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 628 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 628 | 130 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |