1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 40 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 920 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.

Compare all specifications:

1968 BMW 1600 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 1600 Captiva
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1910 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 65 L


 

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