1959 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 45 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 908 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 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2580 mm |
