2005 Audi A8 vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 46 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1395 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1959 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1710 mm |
