1959 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1142 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2770 mm |