1958 BMW 600 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1544 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3650 mm |
