1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 1600 | Samara II |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |