1985 BMW 628 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 7 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 628 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 628 | 540 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |