1958 BMW 600 vs. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 37 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 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 721 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 1100 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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 862 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.

Compare all specifications:

1958 BMW 600 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make BMW Lotec
Model 600 Testa de Oro
Year Released 1958 1995
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 583 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 20 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 38 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 550 kg 1650 kg


 

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