1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
Because 1968 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 1968 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 2000 | Santana |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |