1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 384 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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
