1959 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 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 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 884 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 600 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 922 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2280 mm |