1991 Audi 80 vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 32 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 690 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, 1991 Audi 80, 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, 1991 Audi 80 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1959 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1710 mm |
