1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 37 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1600 | Picasso |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |