1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1970 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 2 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | BMW | Matra-Simca |
Model | 2800 | M530 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |