1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 1600 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |