1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 18 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
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 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2800 | 560 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
