1959 BMW 600 vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1565 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 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover Range Rover (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 600 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2750 mm |
