1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2006 BMW 750
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 40 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 1030 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, 2006 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2006 BMW 750 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. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2006 BMW 750 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
