1959 BMW 600 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 47 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 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3710 mm |
