1959 BMW 600 vs. 1968 BMW 2002
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1968 BMW 2002 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 600 | 2002 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2510 mm |