1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2000 BMW 520
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 32 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 2 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 380 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2000 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 2800 | 520 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |