1958 BMW 600 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 44 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 659 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 280 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2002 Daihatsu Copen (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2002 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Copen |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2240 mm |
