1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
