1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Proton Arena weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 Proton Arena | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | 1600 | Arena |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |