1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 375 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 1600 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |