1959 BMW 600 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 46 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 1002 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3200 mm |
