1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
