1966 BMW 2000 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 485 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 2000 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 2000 | 330 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |