1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1280 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2000 | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
