1968 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (190 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
