1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 210 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 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | BMW | Dacia |
Model | 1600 | Duster |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2673 mm |