1984 BMW 628 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 17 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (264 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 628 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
