1987 BMW 628 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 22 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1987 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 628 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 628 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 628 | M6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |