1958 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 39 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 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 830 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | BMW | Jeep |
Model | 600 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2580 mm |