1959 BMW 600 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 980 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 BMW 600 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 600 | ATS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2776 mm |