2008 BMW 550 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 40 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 670 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1990 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
