1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 449 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 260 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 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
