1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 43 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2800 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2648 mm |
