1959 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 1065 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 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 Mitsubishi Galant (340 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2760 mm |
