1966 BMW 2000 vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 34 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 450 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 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2000 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
