1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 32 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 2000 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
