1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1026 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 1600 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
