1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 44 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1670 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
