1958 BMW 600 vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 640 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2620 mm |
