1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 1974 Renault 17 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 17 weights approximately 65 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1974 Renault 17 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 1600 | 17 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1606 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |