1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1583 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
