1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 216 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2002 | Contour |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |