1958 BMW 600 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 745 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2210 mm |
