1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 28 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 715 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1600 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
