1959 BMW 600 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2810 mm |
