1958 BMW 600 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 2022 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 600 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2750 mm |