1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
