1958 BMW 600 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 34 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 535 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, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2510 mm |
