1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 576 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | Supra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |