1959 BMW 600 vs. 1990 Isuzu Impulse
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 31 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Impulse weights approximately 650 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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse, 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, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Impulse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1990 Isuzu Impulse | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 600 | Impulse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2460 mm |
