1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1335 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
