1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, 2006 Scion xA 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion xA (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Scion xA weights approximately 96 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2006 Scion xA | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | 1600 | xA |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
