1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1600 | R2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
