1958 BMW 600 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (67 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2490 mm |
