1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 2,792 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 570 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 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
