1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1020 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 77 L |