1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1321 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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 1600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |
