1958 BMW 600 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 859 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD, 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | GTD |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2578 mm |
