1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 35 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800.
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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 2800 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 2800 | 320 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1470 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 | 63 L |