1994 Audi V8 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 26 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 800 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi V8 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | V8 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |