1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 262 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1600 | C3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |