1959 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1060 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3090 mm |