1958 BMW 600 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1973 Lancia Beta is newer by 15 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 548 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.
Because 1958 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2550 mm |
