1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 295 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2000 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
