1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 300 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1600 | Golf |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |