2009 BMW 318 vs. 1986 BMW 628
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1986 BMW 628 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 628 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |