1959 BMW 600 vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Renault Express is newer by 33 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Express weights approximately 270 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, 1992 Renault Express, 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, 1992 Renault Express (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2590 mm |
