1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 509 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1600 | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |