1984 BMW 628 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 628 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3130 mm |
