1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 1600 | 460 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |