1966 BMW 2000 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 2000 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000.
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, 2005 Suzuki Liana, 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, 1966 BMW 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 2000 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
