1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 43 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 417 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1400 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 | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
