1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 240 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
