1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 690 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 2000 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
