1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 624 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 1600 | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |