1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 520 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1600 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
