1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1026 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1600 | Vito |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 78 L |