1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

1968 BMW 1600 2012 Hyundai Getz
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 1600 Getz
Year Released 1968 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 45 L