1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 39 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 1600 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |