1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 60 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 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 1600 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |