1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 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 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 42 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 1600 | 214 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |