1958 BMW 600 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 48 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 658 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 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3970 mm |
