1958 BMW 600 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1290 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2490 mm |
