1968 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 785 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
