1958 BMW 600 vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 400 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 600 | Elise |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2310 mm |