1958 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 17 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 566 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, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2590 mm |
