1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 2800 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
