1959 BMW 600 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2550 mm |
