1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 35 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 600 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2000 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
