2002 BMW 320 vs. 1966 BMW 2000
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. 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, 2002 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1966 BMW 2000 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
