1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 271 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 TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 83 L |
