1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 22 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 445 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 2000 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
