1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2000 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
