1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 189 kg more than 1969 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
