1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 790 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 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 2000 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
