1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 2000 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 2000 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1966 BMW 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 2000 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2000 | Escort |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |