1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 360 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 Mitsubishi Space Star (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
