1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 40 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 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1095 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 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2000 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
