1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 555 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 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1600 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
