1958 BMW 600 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 805 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2670 mm |
