1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 16 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1600 | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
