1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 845 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 2000 | Antara |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |