1959 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 51 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S8 weights approximately 625 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 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2010 Audi S8 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. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 600 | S8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2950 mm |