2001 BMW Compact vs. 1974 BMW 2.8
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 27 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, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8. 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1974 BMW 2.8 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Compact | 2.8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
