1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 36 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 850 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
