1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2002 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 34 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 462 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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2002 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
