1958 BMW 600 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 305 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2340 mm |