1958 BMW 600 vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 615 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 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2530 mm |
