1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
