1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 373 kg more than 1968 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 2000 | Starfire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |