1959 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 600 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2610 mm |
