2009 BMW 125 vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 40 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 125 | 2800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |