1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 219 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1600 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
