1959 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 50 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 1,206 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 560 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (114 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2490 mm |
