1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1989 BMW 730
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 21 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 640 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1989 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
