1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 290 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Element |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |