2000 Audi A8 vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1110 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, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600. 2000 Audi A8 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. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1959 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1710 mm |
