1959 BMW 600 vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 41 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 545 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2560 mm |
