1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1976 Lancia Gamma is newer by 8 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 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 348 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
