1998 BMW 318 vs. 1968 BMW 2800
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 30 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1968 BMW 2800 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | 2800 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |