2008 BMW 325 vs. 1985 BMW 628
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1985 BMW 628 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 628 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
