1958 BMW 600 vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1959 Lotus Elite is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lotus Elite weights approximately 30 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, 1959 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 600 | Elite |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2240 mm |