1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 414 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1600 | 968 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 92 L |