1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1989 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1989 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 21 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 550 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1989 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
