1958 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 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 NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2960 mm |
