1958 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 892 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Murano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 3498 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 | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |