1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 525 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 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1600 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |