1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 22 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1976 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Pickster | 628 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |