1959 BMW 600 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1592 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, 2010 GMC Acadia, 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2010 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3020 mm |
