1959 BMW 600 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 29 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 158 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, 1988 Citroen AX, 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | AX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2290 mm |
