1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 171 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 1600 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
