1986 BMW 628 vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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, 1986 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 628 | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 628 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
