1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saturn Aura (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 1600 | Aura |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
