1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1998 BMW Z3
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 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 Z3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2800 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
