1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 546 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | BMW | Riley |
Model | 1600 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |