1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1998 Buick Regal
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 504 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1998 Buick Regal | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1600 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
