1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 524 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.
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, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1600 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
