1958 BMW 600 vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1962 Skoda 1202 is newer by 4 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 555 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, 1962 Skoda 1202 (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 600 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2690 mm |