1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 2800 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
