1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1004 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 386 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1270 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | BMW | Zenvo |
| Model | 1600 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3055 mm |
