1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 33 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 727 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 2001 Lincoln LS 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. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 2000 | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
