1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Ford Royale
To start off, 1995 Ford Royale is newer by 27 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1995 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
