1958 BMW 600 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 906 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2630 mm |
