1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 2000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.4 mm |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |