1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1980 BMW 628
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW Dinan | 1980 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Dinan | 628 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |