1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 430 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 Renault Megane (184 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
