1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 1600 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |