1958 BMW 600 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 7 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 680 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2660 mm |
