2000 Audi R8 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 32 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 988 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
