1958 BMW 600 vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 54 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 1233 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 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 600 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2649 mm |
