1984 BMW 628 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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, 2011 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 628 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
