1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 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 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 295 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2800 | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
