1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1600 | C3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |