1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1992 BMW 320
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 24 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 20 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1992 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 2800 | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |