1984 BMW 628 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 628 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
