1958 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 52 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Scenic (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Scenic weights approximately 770 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 1958 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Renault Scenic (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2690 mm |
