1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 246 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |