1968 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 37 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 545 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
