1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 196 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 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
