1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 630 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 2000 | 528 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |