2007 Audi A4 vs. 1959 BMW 600
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 48 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 975 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 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1959 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1710 mm |
