2009 Audi S3 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 465 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, 2009 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S3 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S3 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
