1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 9 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 135 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | 1610 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
