1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 36 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 503 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 2800 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
