1959 BMW 600 vs. 1977 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 18 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 2,292 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 410 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, 1977 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1977 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2480 mm |
