1958 BMW 600 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 29 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2107 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2107 weights approximately 465 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, 1987 Lada 2107 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 600 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2470 mm |