1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 358 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
