1959 BMW 600 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 992 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2640 mm |
