1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1085 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
