1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 510 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 2000 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |