1958 BMW 600 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1422 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |
