1959 BMW 600 vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 42 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1075 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 2001 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2001 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2001 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2660 mm |
