1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1296 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 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 1600 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 104 L |