2004 BMW 318 vs. 1980 BMW 628
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1980 BMW 628 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 318 | 628 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
