1984 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 775 kg more than 1984 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 628 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2895 mm |
