1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 22 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 460 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 1600 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 76 L |