1995 BMW M3 vs. 1984 BMW 628
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 1984 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | 628 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |