1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2008 BMW 116
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 40 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 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2008 BMW 116 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2800 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
