1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1994 Nissan Maxima is newer by 26 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2800 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
