1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 41 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 787 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 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 1600 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
