1987 BMW 628 vs. 1996 BMW 523
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 628 | 1996 BMW 523 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 628 | 523 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |