1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora is newer by 15 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 2000 | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
