1958 BMW 600 vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 260 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | BMW | Hudson |
| Model | 600 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2170 mm |
