1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 798 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
