1958 BMW 600 vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1995 Nissan Presea 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (143 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Presea weights approximately 580 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, 1995 Nissan Presea, 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Presea |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2590 mm |