1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 313 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 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 1600 | 3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |