1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Renault 5 is newer by 10 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, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1978 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1978 Renault 5 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 1600 | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |