1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1066 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 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 1600 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |