1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 580 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2635 mm |
