1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1600 | C5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |