1959 BMW 600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1145 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2860 mm |
