1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2800 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
