1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2000 | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
