2002 Audi S3 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 34 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 433 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S3 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
