1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 20 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 335 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
