1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 304 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.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
