1959 BMW 600 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 44 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 645 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2003 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2003 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |
