2008 BMW 118 vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 39 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 43 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | 2800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
