1958 BMW 600 vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1050 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 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 600 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2630 mm |