2003 BMW 320 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 515 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 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
