1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 520 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 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 1600 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |