1985 BMW 628 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1985 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 628 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
