1958 BMW 600 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 848 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2007 BMW Z4 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. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 600 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2500 mm |
