1959 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1695 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2855 mm |
