1959 BMW 600 vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 1996 Lexus LX is newer by 37 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1880 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 1996 Lexus LX 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, 1996 Lexus LX 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 1996 Lexus LX 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. 1996 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 600 | LX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2860 mm |
