1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 270 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, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 2800 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
