1959 BMW 600 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1090 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1640 kg |
