2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 35 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 550 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Kamal | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
