1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 1600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
