1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 289 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 106 L |
