1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1968 BMW 2000
To start off, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 16 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 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000.
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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1968 BMW 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Lancia 037 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
