1996 BMW 535 vs. 1983 BMW 628
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1983 BMW 628 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
