1995 BMW M5 vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1976 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | 628 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |