1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 510 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 1600 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
