1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 1600 | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
