1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera weights approximately 460 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.
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1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Scighera | 1600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |