1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2002 | 540 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
