1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 33 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 630 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 2002 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
