1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Astro 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 905 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1998 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
