1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 844 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.
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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 2000 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3040 mm |
