1959 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 945 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2760 mm |
