1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 358 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.
Because 1966 BMW 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 2000 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
