1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8.
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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2.8 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
