1958 BMW 600 vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600.
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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 600 | 245 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2660 mm |