1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1179 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | BMW | Jeep |
| Model | 1600 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 78 L |
