1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 33 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 200 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, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
