1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1423 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
