1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 44 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 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 260 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2800 | C-Max |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2788 mm |