1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 2800 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 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 | 1290 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |