1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1991 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Swift 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 34 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Swift. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1991 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1600 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
