1958 BMW 600 vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 13 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 410 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:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2470 mm |
