1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2800 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
