1958 BMW 600 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 791 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 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2660 mm |
