1959 BMW 600 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 360 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 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
