1959 BMW 600 vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX 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 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 1090 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 600 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2649 mm |