1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 42 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 405 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1600 | GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |