1967 Audi Variant vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 8 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 520 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, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1967 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1959 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 600 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1710 mm |
