1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 37 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 2800 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
