1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 25 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
