1959 BMW 600 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 711 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3380 mm |
