1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva 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 84 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 66 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, 2000 Opel Meriva, 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 2800 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
