1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 26 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 330 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, 1994 Saab 900 (210 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 1600 | 900 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |