1959 BMW 600 vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 1028 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2660 mm |
