1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 785 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 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 1600 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
