1958 BMW 600 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1070 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2634 mm |