1959 BMW 600 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 53 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), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1198 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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2012 GMC Terrain 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. 2012 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2858 mm |
