1959 BMW 600 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 2306 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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 600 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2730 mm |