1958 BMW 600 vs. 2003 BMW 645
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 45 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 1140 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2003 BMW 645 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2890 mm |
