1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 25 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 746 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 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1959 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Quattro | 600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1710 mm |
