1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 839 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 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
