1998 BMW 323 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 30 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 557 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
