1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 23 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 11 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |