1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 17 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) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 1600 | Pony |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
