1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 788 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 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 1600 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
