1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
