1987 BMW 628 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 11 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1987 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 628 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 628 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 628 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
