1959 BMW 600 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1200 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 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |
