1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 540 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 1600 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |