1958 BMW 600 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 832 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 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |
