1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 35 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 630 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Avancier |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |