1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 375 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |
