1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 91 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 2800 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |