1958 BMW 600 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 395 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
