1955 BMW 502 vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 BMW 502 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 BMW 502 | 1958 BMW 600 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 502 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1710 mm |
