2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 37 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1785 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Avanti | BMW |
| Model | Studebaker | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2510 mm |
