1958 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 735 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2009 Kia Sorento 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. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2720 mm |
