1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. 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, 1966 Ford Cortina (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2000 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |