1958 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 615 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2470 mm |
