1958 BMW 600 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 660 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 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2460 mm |
