1958 BMW 600 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1575 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2005 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 600 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3200 mm |