1966 BMW 2000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 422 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
