1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1985 Nissan Silvia 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 205 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 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
