1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 250 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 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
