1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 455 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
