1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1990 BMW 518
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 24 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, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 30 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1990 BMW 518 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 518 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
