1987 BMW 628 vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 14 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, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 BMW 628 (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 628 | 2001 BMW Compact | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 628 | Compact |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
