1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 112 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
