1958 BMW 600 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 620 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, 2012 Dacia Logan, 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | BMW | Dacia |
| Model | 600 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2910 mm |
