1973 BMW 3 vs. 1968 BMW 2800
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 5 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 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1968 BMW 2800 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 3 | 2800 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |