1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 1600 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |