1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1989 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1989 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| 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 | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
