1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 460 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
