1984 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 1984 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 1984 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 628 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
