1958 BMW 600 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Forester |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2530 mm |