1983 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 30 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 628 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
