1959 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1006 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 Honda CR-V, 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2010 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 600 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2619 mm |
