1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 380 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2800 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
