1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 38 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 88 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |
