1986 BMW 325 vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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 44 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 2800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
