1958 BMW 600 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 930 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, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 600 | Clio |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2580 mm |