1986 Audi 200 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1986 Audi 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 200 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 200 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |