1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 27 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 2800 | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |