1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 507 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 1600 | Verano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
