1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (407 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
