1958 BMW 600 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 923 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2750 mm |