1959 BMW 600 vs. 1985 Citroen C
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 26 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 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen C (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen C weights approximately 295 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.
Because 1959 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Citroen C (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1985 Citroen C | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2760 mm |
