1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 30 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 1 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 140 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1998 BMW 323 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 2800 | 323 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |