1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 38 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 900 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2800 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
