1958 BMW 600 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 43 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |
