1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1289 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2002. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2002 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2895 mm |
