1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
