1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 2800 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
