1995 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 730 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 730 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |