1959 BMW 600 vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 475 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2001 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2260 mm |
