1996 BMW 730 vs. 1982 BMW 628
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1982 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 1982 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 628 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |